JOB DESCRIPTION

The Case Manager is responsible for high level assessment and care planning for an identified group of patients which results in self-care outcomes upon discharge from the Medical Center. The Case Manager works as part of an interdepartmental team to ensure the delivery of high quality, individualized, cost-effective patient care. The essential functions listed below are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties that may be assigned to this position, nor does it restrict the duties which may be assigned to this position if such duties reasonably relate to the position.

Salary Range:

Rate Minimum $50.45 Midpoint $50.45 Maximum $50.45

Required Qualifications:

Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships across the Health System

Ability to facilitate and lead interdisciplinary rounds

Ability to manage multiple concurrent projects and maintain a work pace appropriate to the workload

Bachelor of Science in Nursing or Associate Degree in Nursing with Case Management Certification

Computer literacy and proficiency

Current Licensed Registered Nurse or Social Worker (MSW or LCSW) that allows for independent assessments as permitted within the scope of practice of the discipline

Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English

Familiarity of Joint Commission, CMS, CDPH and CCS requirements

Minimum 5 years of clinical experience and 2 years of previous Case Management experience or completion of the 1 year UC Irvine Medical Center Case Management Mentorship Program

Must demonstrate customer service skills appropriate to the job

Must possess complete understanding of acuity levels for specific patient population

Must possess the skill, knowledge and ability essential to the successful performance of assigned duties

To comply with the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 the essential physical, mental and environmental requirements for this job are listed below. These are requirements normally expected to perform regular job duties. Incumbent must be able to successfully perform all of the functions of the job with or without reasonable accommodation.